How a false headline about a tariff ‘pause’ triggered a wild stock market jump
US markets briefly surged on Monday amid false rumours that President Donald Trump was mulling a 90-day pause on tariffs, before they plunged again. Euroverify investigates. Read More
Flooding in Kinshasa leaves at least 33 dead and hundreds displaced
Heavy rains in Kinshasa caused the Ndjili River to overflow, killing 33 people and displacing hundreds as floodwaters damaged homes and key infrastructure. Read more at Read More
Lake Constance water level hits historic lows amid drought
Due to prolonged drought and reduced Alpine meltwater, Lake Constance’s water levels have dropped drastically, leaving harbours dry and boating nearly impossible. Read more at Read More
UN marks 31 years since genocide against Tutsi in Rwanda
Addressing the commemorative ceremony at the UN General Assembly, Secretary-General António Guterres said Rwanda’s history reminds us that “no society is immune from hate and horror.” Read more at Read…
Latest US cuts to emergency food schemes ‘a death sentence’ for millions, UN warns
The World Food Programme said that the Trump administration had axed funding for life-saving schemes in 14 impoverished countries — despite previously pledging to spare vital aid. Read more at…
Latest news bulletin | April 8th – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. Read more at Read More
Paris recycling plant engulfed in massive fire
Emergency crews were deployed in large numbers Monday evening after a fire broke out at a Paris recycling centre, sending smoke over the city and halting operations. Read more at…
These are the 10 most Instagrammable bookstores in the world, according to a new study
From the bookstore that inspired J.K. Rowling’s vision of Hogwarts to one featuring a magical book portal, these are the most Instagrammable bookstores around the world. Read More
Fact-check: Is Le Pen’s ban from public office an anomaly in France and Europe?
The National Rally party leader has described the court ruling that banned her from running for office as a political witch hunt”. Euroverify asked experts about the legal grounds for…
Belgium’s Prince Laurent loses legal bid for benefits on top of royal allowance
A Brussels court rejected a request for welfare by the 61-year-old, who receives an annual allowance of €388,000 and rent-free accommodation. Read more at Read More